Finance Analyst

Hamilton Woods; Brentwood; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm based in Brentwood is seeking a Finance Analyst to deliver high-quality financial insight and reporting. The role involves mentoring junior staff, overseeing financial controls, and collaborating with various teams to drive business performance. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This permanent position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary between £50,000 - £60,000 plus bonus and benefits.

Benefits

Bonus

Benefits

Qualifications

• Practice background strongly desirable.
• Experience in multi-entity or project-based business advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review and oversee work of assistant finance analyst and team.
• Mentor and coach junior colleagues.
• Prepare and analyse monthly management information.
• Monitor and report on outstanding debtors.
• Support financial controls and reporting processes.
• Collaborate with teams for financial insight.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Produce ad hoc reports for divisional activities.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Confident communicator

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

Finance Analyst

💰 £50,000 - £60,000 + Bonus & Benefits

📍 Brentwood - Hybrid

💼 Permanent

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced, collaborative environment? We're seeking a Finance Analyst to join a dynamic divisional finance team, supporting strategic and operational decision-making across multiple functions.

The Role

As a Finance Analyst, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality financial insight, reporting, and control. Working closely with regional teams and senior stakeholders, you'll provide analysis that supports business performance, ensures strong financial governance, and drives continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and oversee work produced by assistant finance analyst and other team members, including month‑end journals, funding requests, and debtor analysis.
• Mentor and coach junior colleagues, supporting their professional development.
• Prepare and analyse monthly management information relating to joint venture activities.
• Monitor, chase, and report on outstanding debtors to maintain a strong cash position.
• Support the Divisional Financial Controller in maintaining robust financial controls, including balance sheet reconciliations and technical accounting reviews.
• Assist in half‑year and year‑end reporting processes, working collaboratively with Group Finance and external auditors.
• Partner with operational teams across Commercial, Development, and Sales to provide financial insight and support decision‑making.
• Contribute to system and process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Produce ad hoc reports and analysis to support divisional and joint venture activities.
• Provide general support to the finance team as required.

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Practice background strongly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator able to engage effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive and collaborative approach to problem‑solving.
• Experience in a multi‑entity or project‑based business would be advantageous.
• You’ll be part of a supportive team that values professional growth, innovation, and teamwork. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact in a finance function that plays a key role in driving business success.

If you would like to apply for the role, please send your CV to (url removed)